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Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review: Worth it in 2026?
Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review. Is this the best affordable Les Paul you can buy? Before we get into it, let’s look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s specs. The Les Paul™ Standard 60s models from Epiphone’s new Inspired by Gibson™ Collection recreate the sound of 1960s era Les Pauls. Featuring a classic…
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The Golden Age of the Video Game Arcade: 1987
Welcome back to 1987, with this year’s long list of classic arcade games being impossible to detail in a single article. Here are some of my favourites. 1987 was a turning point for me and my fascination with the video game arcade. It had been a place of comfort for a good chunk of my…
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BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier Review
The BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier IS the best guitar-related purchase I’ve ever made. Why? Let me explain. Is the BOSS Katana 50 loud enough to gig with? The question that everyone’s asking. Simple answer… ABSOLUTELY!. That’s on the 50W mode, clean channel, gain just less than half, volume the same, and master maxed. In…
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Goa : A Lesson In Life – Second Edition. Out NOW!
A BIG day! Originally realised back in 2017. My debut book, Goa : A Lesson in Life receives a long-overdue edit, professional cover, long-lost images, and an extra chapter, bringing my story to a close and up to date. So, what’s it all about? Back in August 2006, I visited Goa, India. A trip that…
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How Music and Travel Can Shape a Stronger, More Creative You
Life, at its core, is rhythm and movement. Two elements that capture this essence better than most are music and travel. When combined, they don’t just entertain or distract—they transform. Music and travel work hand in hand to shape individuals, to stretch their imaginations, to heal their emotional fractures, and to inspire lasting creativity. The…
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5 Essential Drumming Grooves Every Guitarist Should Understand
As a guitarist, it’s easy to get caught up in riffs, chords, and solos, but the truth is, the real magic happens when you lock in with the drummer. Understanding a few basic drum grooves can completely change the way you write songs, jam with others, and even structure your parts. In this guide, I’ll…
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RXB Audio Little Buddy Wood Amp Stand Review
Is the RXB Audio Little Buddy Wood Amp Stand Review the best wood guitar amp stands on the Market? Let’s discuss in this detailed review. But before we dig deep into the RXB Audio Little Buddy Wood amp stand, first of all, a question…. Why do I need a Guitar Amp Stand? Isolation An amp…
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Owning Music Is Making a Comeback
There was a time when Saturday afternoons meant flipping through bins of vinyl or CDs at the local record store. You’d save up for weeks just to buy one album — carefully removing the plastic wrap, thumbing through liner notes, and placing the disc or record on your player for the first time. That ritual…
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How I Reached 1 Million Blog Views – Lessons, Strategies & Insights.
Today I reached the milestone of 1 million blog views. How long did it take and how did I get there? How I Reached 1 Million Blog Views: The master plan I began my blogging journey on the balcony of the Pestana Casino Park Hotel in Funchal, Madeira (see the pic). It was 2015, our…
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Simple Ways Parents Can Inspire a Love for Music in Kids
Music can be one of the best forms of entertainment. But beyond that, it plays a vital role in boosting creativity, confidence, and brain development, especially in children. Engaging with music can do so much for their health, helping them relax, develop physically, sharpen their focus and concentration, and grow emotional intelligence to socialize successfully.…
